Springfield Avenue is in Upper Killay, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA2 7HW is located in the Fairwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gower. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Springfield Avenue, Upper Killay, Swansea, SA2 7HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA2 7HH, SA2 7HU, SA2 7HE, SA2 7HX, SA2 7JA, SA2 7HJ, SA2 7HZ, SA2 7HY, SA2 7HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA2 7HW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 51% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46% | 49% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.5% | 36.4% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.2% | 43.9% | 3.7% | 44.2% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.5% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 8.8% | -3.4% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 7.5% | -3.9% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.7% | 44.5% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 30.5% | 1.1% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 16.9% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 6.8% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 1.3% | -1.9% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.5% | 22.9% | -8.6% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 8.8% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 15.4% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 4.8% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 14.1% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.7% | 32.6% | 10.9% | 33.8% | -1.2% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.3% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.9% | 2.3% | -0.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 95.8% | 90.9% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 9.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 90.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.9% | 90.4% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 4.8% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.9% | 92.2% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 7.5% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.1% | 76.7% | -6.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 27.9% | 13.5% | 14.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.9% | 37.2% | 15.7% |
| Christian | 33.1% | 46.2% | -13.1% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Springfield Avenue was 35.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.6% higher than the Dunvant and Killay average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Springfield Avenue has the 5th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Dunvant and Killay and the 267th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.2%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Springfield Avenue, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-02-28 | £241,823 |
| 26 Springfield Avenue, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2023-09-21 | £220,456 |
| 27 Springfield Avenue, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2023-08-09 | £278,649 |
| 25 Springfield Avenue, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-12-08 | £213,340 |
| 5 Springfield Avenue, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2021-06-30 | £285,583 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cila Primary School 577 Gower Road , Upper Killay SA2 7DR | - not rated | 925 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen Y Fro Primary Priors Crescent , Dunvant SA2 7UF | - not rated | 1,402 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dunvant Primary Dunvant Road , Dunvant SA2 7SN | - not rated | 1,663 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hendrefoilan Primary School Dunvant Road , Dunvant SA2 7LF | - not rated | 2,352 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Crwys Primary School Chapel Road , Three Crosses SA4 3PU | - not rated | 2,407 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zing Hospitality | Swansea Uplands Rugby Football Club, Fairwood Lane | 299 yd | |
| Upper Killay Congregational Church | Upper Killay Congregational Church, Gower Road | 398 yd | |
| Swansea City Football Club | Fairwood Playing Fields, Fairwood Lane | 936 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swansea Uplands RFC | Swansea Uplands Rugby Football Club, Fairwood Lane | 299 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 56.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.